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Windows 8
Three years after Microsoft redeemed for the sins of Vista with the launch of Windows 7, another new Windows is upon us. Quite unlike its conservative predecessor, Windows 8 represents a huge departure from the way things used to work. A touch-based “Modern UI” interface now lies at the heart of the Windows experience, which brings a wave of tablet hardware to go along with it. Here’s everything you need to know about the tectonic shift the Windows universe is undergoing – and where it will take us.
Ranking all 12 versions of Windows, from worst to best
Microsoft has been making Windows operating systems for almost 40 years, and though they've improved, there have been some wins and duds. We rank them here.
Want to ditch your Microsoft account? Here’s how to do it in Windows 8.1
Not everyone requires use of a connected Microsoft account in Windows 8.1. To help, we've put together this walkthrough for adding a private local account.
How to uninstall Windows 10 and downgrade to Windows 8.1
Windows 10 is a recent Windows operating system, but you might prefer an older version. Here's how to uninstall Windows 10 and downgrade to an earlier version.
This controversial Windows 11 feature is already upsetting people
The redesigned Start Menu has garnered outrage but, fortunately, it can be customized.
What’s new in Windows 8?
Windows 8 includes a new interface, but that's just the beginning. Find out what's important in Microsoft's latest operating system.
When should you upgrade your operating system?
You may always desire the latest and greatest, but does spending the money and time always make sense? The answer, as it turns out, depends.
How to use Windows Movie Maker
With this guide on how to use Windows Movie Maker, we'll show you how to pull off basic video editing tasks.
How to find your Windows 8 or 8.1 product key
Product keys are crucial, but they're not always the easiest to locate. Check out our guide on how to find your Windows 8 or 8.1 product key.
Dell XPS 18 Review
How would you like an 18-inch tablet? Perhaps that sounds crazy, but it’s what Dell offers with its XPS 18 all-in-one hybrid PC. This do-it-all system is meant to replace both your desktop and your iPad, but the size (and price) set up hurdles you many not want to leap.
How to make an Administrator user account in Windows 8
Here's our basic guide on how to make an administrator user account in Windows 8.
How to change the background in Windows 8 and 8.1’s Start screen
Changing the background in the Metro UI's Start screen can make interacting with that part of Windows 8 a more pleasant experience. Here's how.
5 PC trends we noticed at CES 2014
While CES 2014 didn;t focus on computing, it's still important to the PC industry. Here's five trends that will determine the path of PCs for the next year.
Best of CES 2013: Computing
After a long week of running around the show floor, we finally found our five favorite computing products of CES 2013.
Opinion: Is CES even relevant anymore?
An overwhelming deluge of announcements, quickening release schedules and the rise of Apple have all made CES less and less relevant. Will it go the way of Comdex and disappear?
ASUS Vivo Tab RT Review
The Asus Vivo Tab is one of the first devices to come out running Windows RT, the tablet version of Windows 8, but is it worth the $600 price tag?
Microsoft Surface with Windows RT Review
Microsoft builds a tablet so pleasant to use that, at times, we forgot about the current limitations of Windows RT. But is it worth the high asking price?
Toshiba Satellite S955 Review
Toshiba's Satellite S955 offers a very basic, no-frills Windows 8 experience that doesn't disappoint, but should really come in cheaper for what it is.
Dell XPS 12 Review
A Windows 8 Ultrabook that converts into a tablet? To find out how Dell's XPS 12 stacks up against other convertibles, we put it to the test ... and liked what we saw.
Acer Aspire M5 Touch Review
We gave a rave review to the Acer Aspire Timeline Ultra M5 earlier this year, but will the company’s updated touch model equally impress?
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge Twist Review
Lenovo updates its ThinkPad X Series convertible with the Edge Twist. At just under $800, is this Windows 8 tablet/laptop hybrid for the masses?
HP SpectreOne Review
HP ditches the “Envy” moniker for the more exclusive “Spectre.” But does The HP SpectreOne All-in-One desktop deserve its elite status?
Dell XPS 10 Review
Dell's XPS 10 Tablet is a Windows RT mobile device that can evolve into a laptop, thanks to its keyboard dock. Dressed to the nines in a coat of black soft-touch paint, is the XPS 10 ready for work?
Lenovo IdeaTab Lynx Review
The IdeaTab Lynx is a middle of the road tablet. It's not great in any aspect, though it isn't all that different from most other Atom-based tablets, the Lynx doesn't distinguish itself or rise above the crowd.
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